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Re: Playing C5 and above on the bass clarient

Author: mmatisoff
Date: 2021-01-23 04:08

Going from Bb to long B. C5 is the sounding pitch using the
TonalEnergy Tuner. The problem only occurs going up an octave.

Another BC suggested that I check FE/B or F/C key to make sure they are closing properly. I discovered two problems. When I placed a piece of pad cleaning tissue under those keys (making sure to check the pad from all sides), I discovered that there is very little resistance in the E keys (left and right pinky). I also checked the lower register key. It, too, is not closing completely. I also noticed that when I play long E, I used my right hand thumb to activate the register key. There is a delay in action.

I've already laid out way too much money on repairs. I'm renting a Giardinelli bass clarinet from a local music store. That at least will tell me how much of the problem is me and how much is the clarinet.

P.S. I am coming from the Bb soprano. I will pay more attention to "biting." I keep throat open and moved my mouth higher on the MP. That help with the over sound.

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